Chat & Instant Messaging (342 programs)
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Allows users to view Hangouts messages in their desktop. Preserves Hangouts’ messaging capabilities. Configurable windows. Free to use.CONS: Saves password in an unencrypted format. Some bug issues.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Adds hotlinks to Skype contacts within a document. Send Office documents instantly via Skype. Provides quick communication with the author of a document.CONS: Doesn't integrate with Outlook.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Simple interface. Customizable for advanced users. Existing servers for specific communities.CONS: No singular authority oversees the platform.- License
- Trial version Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: This is absolutely free software and no advertisements are present. There are no physical servers which cab be hacked or taken offline.CONS: This software is still under development some bugs may be present. It is only possible to communicate with others who possess this application.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: All-in-one communication program. Options for sharing, sending files. Optimized for touchscreen.CONS: Limited options available. Unable to manage your contacts. Unable to personalize the app. Unsuccessful when attempting to sync the chat history.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Works with multiple tabs. Uses up little RAM.CONS: Only works with Google Talk, Facebook Chat and meebo.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Uses Ribbon menus. Many different servers to choose from.CONS: Interface is rather cluttered and spread out. Not as polished as major IRC clients.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Protects IM messages from snooping. Open source.CONS: Very complicated to setup.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Removes any trace of Messenger. Simple to use.CONS: Doesn't give you a breakdown of what it has removed. May not work for all versions of Messenger. No customization options.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Loads of plugins. Cross platform (works with ICQ, MSN, Google Talk). Manage messages via inbox. Sharing whiteboard is fun.CONS: Normal messages a little confusing. Can't use multiple accounts.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Support for the most popular networks.CONS: Basic design and functionality. Stability issues.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Simple to setup and use. No complicated jargon or ads.CONS: Still requires some basic IP knowledge to setup server.- License
- Trial version Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Free to download and use. Syncs content between a PC and Smartphone.CONS: Need to have an Instagram account. Takes up a lot of space.